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Cheapest return flight
R12 417
Typical prices: R16 766-R21 565
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/12Fri 21/12
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 147
Typical prices: R10 467-R15 502
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/3
EDI - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 876 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 21
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13:10 - 7:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:30 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 417Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 20
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13:10 - 7:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:20 - 17:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 483Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 21
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13:10 - 7:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:30 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 483Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:30 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m2 stops Dublin Frankfurt am Main
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23:10 - 19:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 483Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 21
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13:10 - 7:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:30 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 500Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:00 - 9:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 30m1 stop London Luton
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11:30 - 18:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 616Multiple Airlines
17 hours ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Dec 13
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20:15 - 20:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m1 stop London Stansted
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11:20 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R12 716Multiple Airlines
17 hours ago
Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Feb 9
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17:00 - 6:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:25 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 954KLM
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:40 - 22:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R19 099KLM
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:40 - 6:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R19 198KLM
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town at R17 270 return.
•December (R21 775) and July (R20 461) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 147
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 16 427 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town range from R16 766 to R21 565, with an average of R19 096 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 766 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the R19 096 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 417 to R114 168. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R14 906, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R18 051 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R20 079, a difference of R2 028.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 04m, compared to 15h 32m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 17m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Edinburgh (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average R18 051, which is about R2 028 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average R17 270 return in that month – typically R4 505 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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